FDA recently published two preliminary reports conducted by the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH). The first preliminary report is an assessment of the process used to review certain medical device applications before they are marketed (known as the 510(k) process) and draft recommendations. The second preliminary report is an assessment of the use of science in CDRH's regulatory decision making and draft recommendations. This is the first step in determining what, if any, improvements to these processes FDA may implement.

Next week, FDA is hosting a webinar where CDRH officials will discuss the details of both reports. There will be an opportunity to ask questions.

The live webinar will be held on Tuesday, August 31, at 1:00 p.m. ET.

There are a limited number of spots available for the webinar. Click here for more information about the webinar, which includes a link to join the webinar on August 31.